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SUMMARY:July 4th Salute to Freedom Festival
DESCRIPTION:The July 4th Salute Freedom festival returns to historic downtown Panama City and the shores of St. Andrews Bay on Saturday\, July 4\, 2026\, from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM. The community is invited to the Panama City Marina\, located at 1 Harrison Avenue\, for an afternoon of patriotic family fun\, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display\, to celebrate the 250 years since the founding of our great nation. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n Text JULY4 to (850) 215-1700 for festival alerts and helpful event information. \n\n\n\nLive Entertainment: Immerse yourself in live music and captivating performances on two stages!Stage 1 \n\n\n\n\n4:00pm – Zack Miller Band\n\n\n\n6:00pm – 12Eleven\n\n\n\n8:00pm – Last Left\n\n\n\n\nStage 2 \n\n\n\n\n5:00pm – Anne Cline & The Dirty Peaches\n\n\n\n7:00pm – Sons of Saints\n\n\n\n\nFood and Refreshments: Relish the flavors of summer with an array of food vendors offering delectable treats and refreshing beverages. \n\n\n\nEclectic Vendors: Explore a delightful assortment of vendors showcasing artisanal crafts\, unique jewelry\, trendy clothing boutiques\, and more. \n\n\n\nFireworks Display: The evening’s highlight will be a spectacular fireworks display commencing at 9:00 PM. Bring a picnic blanket or chairs to the Panama City Marina\, where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking show illuminating the night sky over St. Andrews Bay. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nChairs and/or Blankets – Event seating is not provided.\n\n\n\nSunscreen & Bug Spray.\n\n\n\nCash – There will be ATMs on site.\n\n\n\nID – Anyone planning to consume alcohol must show identification. ID Checks will take place at the Cash Bar.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat NOT to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nTents\n\n\n\nIllegal substances\, glass\, weapons\, knives\, or firearms\n\n\n\nFireworks and/or sparklers\n\n\n\nPets – It’s too hot and our furry friends don’t enjoy fireworks.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPublic Parking Lots: \n\n\n\n\nPlentiful Street Parking\n\n\n\n8 Harrison Ave (Old Marina Civic Center)\n\n\n\n9 Harrison Ave (South of W. Government St)\n\n\n\n36 Oak Ave (South of McKenzie Park)\n\n\n\n413 Harrison Ave (behind Martin Theater)\n\n\n\n2-98 E 6th St (between Harrison Ave and Luverne Ave\, South of 6th St)\n\n\n\nHandicap Parking is available on a first come first served basis.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our participating Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\nBeverage Sponsor: Buffalo Rock-Pepsi\n\n\n\nKid’s Zone Sponsor: The St. Joe Community Foundation\n\n\n\nOfficial Radio Sponsor: iHeart Media\n\n\n\nOfficial Television Sponsor: WJHG\n\n\n\nCooling Zone Sponsor: Innovations Financial Credit Union\n\n\n\nFireworks Sponsor: Bill Cramer Chevrolet GMC\n\n\n\nSouvenir Sponsors: WJHG and Ink Trax Inc.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you interested in being a vendor?\n\n\n\n\n Vendor Application
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/july-4th-salute-to-freedom-festival/
LOCATION:Panama City Marina\, 1 Harrison Ave\, Panama City\, Florida\, 32401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Groove Fest
DESCRIPTION:Groove Fest is an electrifying celebration of live music\, dancing\, and community set against the stunning backdrop of St. Andrews Bay. This soul filled event brings together a variety of talented musicians\, creating an atmosphere where the rhythm takes over and the blues keeps the dance floor moving. The festival grounds will host an array of vendors offering unique goods\, delicious eats\, and refreshing drinks\, making it the perfect place to explore while swaying along to the music. Groove Fest is the perfect place to soak up great tunes\, good vibes\, and the beauty of Panama City’s waterfront. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets Coming Soon
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/groove-fest/
LOCATION:Destination Panama City\, 101 West Beach Drive\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grown Folks Entertainment":MAILTO:clubdejavu441@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Fleet\, Fish Fry & Burning of the Socks
DESCRIPTION:The 29th Annual Blessing of the Fleet\, Fish Fry & Burning of the Socks will be held at the Panama City Marina on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026. Fish Fry will from 11:00am–3:00pm\, while supplies last. Processional of water vessels starts at 12:00 noon with Sock Burning event to follow. Vendors on site from 9:00am – 3:00pm.  Proceeds benefit Second Chance of Northwest Florida\, a local non-profit organization that provides services to brain injury survivors and their family in the community. Bring your socks to burn\, and free your feet!
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/blessing-of-the-fleet/
LOCATION:Panama City Marina\, 1 Harrison Ave\, Panama City\, Florida\, 32401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Second Chance of Northwest Florida":MAILTO:staff@schance.org
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SUMMARY:FLLUXE Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Experience a truly immersive experience at the Florida Luxe Arts Festival! With a combination of music\, street chalk installations\, artisanal vendors\, local foods\, live painting\, and so much more\, this colorful celebration of the arts and brings the streets alive right before your eyes! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Schedule \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 6 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 7 from 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM\n\n\n\nSunday\, March 8 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/flluxe-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Panama City Center for the Arts\, 19 E 4th Street\, Panama City\, Florida\, 32401\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay Arts Alliance":MAILTO:info@bayarts.org
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SUMMARY:Krewe of St. Andrews Mardi Gras
DESCRIPTION:The St. Andrews Mardi Gras\, the official Mardi Gras parade and festival of Panama City\, Florida. It’s the most popular and largest Mardi Gras celebration in Panama City. Come see over 14 Krewes and over 30 brightly colored floats. As festive music is played along the route\, tens of thousands of beads and doubloons will be tossed to the crowd of over 50\,000 people!  It’s the perfect excuse to visit Panama City\, Florida. The 2-day parade and festival in Historic St. Andrews is filled with food\, fun\, music\, and a free drone show on Saturday\, February 7th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Schedule \n\n\n\nFriday\, February 6\, 2026 – 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM– Pet Parade: 4:30 PM– Kids Parade: 4:30 PM– Mask Parade: 6:00 PM– Festival: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 7\, 2026 – 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM– Main Parade: 2:00 PM– Drone Show: 6:00 PM– Festival: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM \n\n\n\nLive Music ScheduleAll Entertainment will be Performed on the Main Stage in front of The Dive \n\n\n\nFriday\, February 6\, 2026– The Dive DJ – 5:00 PM– Scratch 2020 – 6:00 PM \n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 7\, 2026– True Soul – 11:00 AM– The Village Brass Band – 3:00 PM– Frank Fletcher – 6:00 PM\, 8:00 PM– Filmore Drive – 7:00 PM\, 9:00 PM
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/krewe-of-st-andrews-mardi-gras/
LOCATION:Historic St. Andrews\, Beck Ave\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jingle Bell Express
DESCRIPTION:All aboard the Jingle Bell Express! This magical holiday experience connects Downtown Panama City & St. Andrews for riders to enjoy all of the Christmas wonder to be found in the historic neighborhoods. The enchantment and glow of the season can be felt with twinkling light displays\, Christmas parades\, local shops filled with holiday gifts\, and more. It’s family-friendly and FREE! \n\n\n\nThe Jingle Bell Express will run on Friday and Saturday evenings during the first three weekends in December\, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM\, providing a delightful opportunity for families and friends to enjoy the magic of the season. There will be six stops giving passengers the chance to explore the festive decorations\, delicious holiday treats\, and unique shopping opportunities along the route. \n\n\n\nAdding to the merriment\, Panama City A Cappella will be on hand to lead everyone in spirited Christmas carols\, filling the air with the sweet sounds of the season. This magical ride is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and create lasting memories with loved ones. \n\n\n\nWHEN:The Jingle Bell Express will run on the following dates from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM each evening: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 5 *Canceled due to weather\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 6 *Canceled due to weather\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 12\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 13\n\n\n\nFriday\, December 19\n\n\n\nSaturday\, December 20\n\n\n\n\nWHERE:You can get on the Jingle Bell Express at multiple locations in Downtown Panama City and Historic St. Andrews. \n\n\n\nHistoric Downtown Panama City Stops \n\n\n\n\n\nAtelier100 Harrison Ave \n\n\n\n\n\nTom’s Hot Dogs416 Harrison Ave \n\n\n\n\n\nLone Star Boil House320 W 5th St \n\n\n\n\n\nHistoric St. Andrews Stops \n\n\n\n\n\nCapt’s Table Fish House Restaurant1110 Beck Ave \n\n\n\n\n\nUncle Ernie’s Bayfront Grill1151 Bayview Ave \n\n\n\n\n\nOaks by the Bay Park2715 W 10th St
URL:https://destinationpanamacity.com/annual-event/jingle-bell-express/
LOCATION:Destination Panama City\, 101 West Beach Drive\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
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